US military says there was no white phosphorus leak at its air base in South Korea
Summary
The U.S. military investigated a suspected white phosphorus leak at its Osan Air Base in South Korea and found no leak occurred. The residue found was a harmless surface corrosion. Local authorities had briefly advised residents to evacuate, but later lifted the alert after the U.S. military completed cleanup.Key Facts
- On July 28, Pyeongtaek city government warned residents to evacuate due to a suspected white phosphorus leak at Osan Air Base.
- White phosphorus is a dangerous chemical used in certain weapons that can cause severe burns.
- The evacuation alert was lifted the same day after cleanup was done.
- The U.S. military confirmed the residue found during inspection was not white phosphorus but harmless corrosion.
- No injuries were reported related to the incident.
- U.S. forces have about 28,500 troops stationed in South Korea as a defense against North Korea.
- Anti-American feelings exist in South Korea partly due to the U.S. military presence and past incidents.
- Recently, eight South Korean students were detained for breaking into Osan base while protesting against the U.S. military.
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